How long is the flight to the Maldives from the UK?

Direct flights from London to Male take around 10 to 11 hours. We also arrange convenient one-stop routes via the Middle East, which can offer better value or seat availability depending on your dates.

When is the best time to visit the Maldives?

The dry season from November to April offers the most reliable sunshine and calm seas, making it the most popular time to travel. May to October is greener and quieter with lower prices and excellent surfing and diving, with occasional short rain showers.

Do UK citizens need a visa for the Maldives?

UK passport holders receive a free 30-day visa on arrival in the Maldives. You will need a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a confirmed onward or return ticket, and proof of accommodation, all of which are included when you book your package with us.

How much does a Maldives holiday cost?

Prices vary widely by season, resort and board basis, from comfortable beach-villa stays to luxury overwater suites. Rather than a fixed package, we tailor every Maldives holiday to your budget and dates. Request a free, no-obligation quote and we will build options to match.

Are your Maldives holidays financially protected?

Yes. Package holidays booked through One World Travels & Tours UK include financial protection, so your money and your trip are safeguarded. Our customers rate us 4.8 out of 5 Excellent on Trustpilot.

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Tailor-Made Maldives Holidays

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Flight time~10–11h direct

Best timeNov – Apr

VisaFree on arrival

CurrencyUS$ / Rufiyaa

Time zoneGMT +5

ProtectionFinancially protected

Your Maldives, handcrafted

The Maldives, exactly how you imagine it

One World Travels & Tours UK (part of OWT Group Ltd) arranges tailor-made Maldives holidays from the United Kingdom — from overwater villas and honeymoon escapes to family beach stays. We handpick your resort, arrange return flights and seaplane or speedboat transfers, and manage every detail so you simply arrive and relax. Whether you want an all-inclusive luxury island or a great-value half-board retreat, we build the trip around your dates, budget and travel style. Every package includes financial protection, and our travellers rate us 4.8 out of 5 (Excellent) on Trustpilot.

Everything, sorted

Your Maldives, planned end to end

Why book with OWT

Tailor-made around your budget
Handpicked beach & overwater resorts
Flights & seaplane transfers arranged
Honeymoon & anniversary extras
Financial protection on packages
24/7 support, 4.8/5 service

What's included

Return flights from your UK airport
B&B, half-board or all-inclusive
Seaplane, domestic or speedboat transfers
Room upgrades, spa & dining
Insurance & visa guidance
One dedicated point of contact

Best time to visit the Maldives

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Peak sun & calm seas (Nov–Apr)Festive, book early (Dec–Jan)Greener, quieter, better value (May–Oct)

Superb diving and surfing in the shoulder months; manta ray and whale-shark season varies by atoll.

Popular atolls

Baa AtollUNESCO reserve · manta rays · luxury

Ari AtollWhale sharks · house reefs

N & S MaléQuick speedboat · great value

Where you'll stay

Featured Maldives resorts

4★ · Bed & Breakfast

Meeru Maldives Resort Island

A relaxed full-island resort with lagoon and beach villas. Ask us for live availability and board upgrades.

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Island resort

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives

A classic Maldives island escape popular for honeymoons and surf. Enquire for current offers.

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Snorkelling & diving

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

A house-reef favourite for divers and snorkellers. We'll quote tailor-made dates and boards.

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Simple, personal

How it works

Tell us your dream

Share your dates, budget and the kind of Maldives escape you're picturing.

We craft your options

Your dedicated specialist designs tailor-made packages with handpicked resorts and the best value flights.

Relax — we handle it

Flights, transfers, extras and 24/7 support, all taken care of before and during your trip.

Every detail, handled

From the seaplane skimming over the atolls to the moment you step onto your villa's private deck, we sweat the small stuff so you don't have to. Tell us your dream — honeymoon seclusion, a family lagoon, a diving adventure — and we'll match the island, the board basis and the budget.

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A glimpse of your Maldives

Maldives overwater pavilion and turquoise lagoon

Aerial view of a Maldives island and reef

Good to know

Maldives holiday questions

How long is the flight from the UK?

Direct London–Malé flights take around 10–11 hours; we also offer good-value one-stop routes via the Middle East.

When is the best time to visit?

The dry season (November–April) has the most reliable sunshine; May–October is quieter, greener and better value.

Do I need a visa?

UK passport holders get a free 30-day visa on arrival, with a valid passport, onward ticket and confirmed accommodation — all sorted when you book with us.

How much does it cost?

It depends on season, resort and board — we tailor every trip to your budget. Request a free quote and we'll build options to match.

Are your holidays protected?

Yes — package holidays with us include financial protection, and we're rated 4.8/5 Excellent on Trustpilot.

Ready for the Maldives?

Tell us your dates and what you're dreaming of. We'll build tailor-made options — no obligation, no pressure.

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Photography: Martin Falbisoner & Matheenfaiz via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). Resort images via OWT.